Our Menu
APPETIZERS | SALADS | SOUPS | RICE & GRAINS | LITE DISHES | ENTREES | BREADS | DESSERTS | DRINKS
All our dishes are 100% vegan. All are gluten-free or can be ordered gluten-free unless otherwise specified. The few dishes on our menu that are gluten-free or contain allergens are prepared in a separate kitchen to avoid cross-contamination. Let the server know if you have any specific dietary restriction.
Appetizers
Served with cilantro and sweet & sour tamarind sauces
Samosas (2 pieces) | $6
Filled with Peas and Potatoes.
- Traditional (with gluten)
- Baked Organic Whole Wheat (with gluten)
- Gluten-Free ($6.75)
Dalvada (3 pieces) | $6
Mashed Lentil patties spiced with Onion, Garlic, Ginger and Green Chili.
Aloo Tikki (3 pieces) | $6
Peas and Potato Patties.
Mirch Pakora (3 pieces) | $6
Chickpea dipped Banana Paper stuffed with Potatoes and Tamarind.
Potato Vada | $6
Mashed Potato seasoned with Cilantro, Green Chili and Lemon, dipped in Chickpea flour.
Vegetable Cutlets (3 pieces) | $6
Mixed Vegetables and Potatoes.
Mixed Basket (9 pieces) | $13
Assorted mix of Samosas (gluten-free available), Aloo Tikki, Vegetable Cutlet, Mirch Pakora, Dalvada, Potato Vada.
Soups
A tasty, comforting immune system boost
Yellow Lentil | $9
Made with Ginger, Garlic, Cumin, Tomato and Onion. Served with Basmati Rice or Naan.
Rice & Grains
Hearty and satisfying
Organic Brown Rice | $8
Seasoned with Cumin, Clove, Bay Leaves, Turmeric, Cinnamon and Sea Salt. Garnished with Raisins. Great source of fiber!
White Rice Biryani | $11
Seasoned with Cumin, Clove, Bay Leaves, Turmeric, Cinnamon and Sea Salt. Mixed with stir-fried Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots, Tomatoes.
Quinoa | $10
With Sea Salt and Clove, garnished with Peas and Carrots. Source of protein and healthy rice substitute.
Organic Brown Rice Biryani | $13
Seasoned with Cumin, Clove, Bay Leaves, Turmeric, Cinnamon and Sea Salt. Mixed with stir-fried Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots and Tomatoes. Great source of fiber!
Quinoa Biryani | $13
With Sea Salt, mixed with stir-fried Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots and Tomatoes. Source of protein and healthy rice substitute.
White Rice | $5
Basmati Rice, seasoned with Clove, Bay Leaves, Cinnamon and Sea Salt. Topped with Peas and Carrots.
Saffron Rice | $12
Basmati Rice, seasoned with Clove, Bay Leaves, Cinnamon and Sea Salt. Saffron contains many cancer-fighting nutrients.
Lite Dishes
South Indian Specialties
Dosa | $8
A thin golden crepe, served with Sambar and Coconut Chutney.
Medu Vada | $7
Lentil Donut Fritters served with Sambar and Chutney. Source of protein.
Masala Dosa | $10
A thin golden crepe stuffed with spiced Potato and Onion, served with Sambar and Coconut Chutney. Sambar contains protein.
Idli | $7
Oil-free, steam-cooked cakes served with Sambar and Chutney. Source of protein.
Uttapam | $10
Lentil and Rice Pancake, served with Sambar and Coconut Chutney. Topped with combination of your choice of fresh garden vegetables: Cilantro, Onion, Bell Pepper, Carrot, Tomato, Green Peas, Thai Chili Pepper. Source of protein.
Entrees
With Basmati Rice (substitute: Organic Brown Rice, Quinoa for $2 extra)
Chana Masala | $13
Sun-dried Chickpeas seasoned with Cumin and Fresh Onion, sauteed and topped with Tomato Gravy. A high-protein dish.
Baingan Bharta | $13
Clay oven fresh roasted Eggplant, sauteed with Onion, Green Peas, Tomato, Ginger and Garlic, perfectly blended with assorted Indian spices. A very popular dish.
Palak Paneer | $13
Fresh Organic Spinach and pan-seared vegan Cheese, seasoned with Cumin, Onion, Cinnamon, Cardamom, and Garam Masala spices. High in Iron.
Organic Tofu Tikka Masala | $13
Sauteed Smoked Vegan Cheese, Bell Pepper and Diced Onion, topped with stir-fried Organic Tofu. Bell Peppers are a good source of vitamin C and B6, and good for your hair and skin.
Dal Bunzara | $13
Fresh Moong Lentils, sautéed in Olive Oil with Cumin, Fresh Green Tomato and Onion. A popular Mom’s homemade Indian dish. Great source of protein and antioxidants.
Aloo Gobi | $13
Fresh Cauliflower and Potato, sautéed in Olive Oil and Indian spices. Topped with a savory Tomato Gravy. High in antioxidants.
Bhindi Masala | $13
Fresh Okra, blended with Onion and Tomato, seasoned with Indian spices. A great source of fiber and rich in minerals. A highly recommended vegetable dish.
Palak Dal | $13
An exotic blend of Yellow Lentils and Fresh Organic Spinach, seasoned with Ginger and Garlic. High in Protein and Iron.
Malai Kofta | $13
A Sweet Potato and Green Vegetable dumpling, topped with a delicious Cashew Gravy, garnished with Cardamom, Almond and Cashew. Most popular Arya Bhavan dish.
Dal Makani | $13
Black Lentils, pan cooked with Tomato, Ginger and Garlic. Good source of protein.
Pau Bhaji | $13
Cauliflower, Eggplant, Potato, Onion, Garlic and Tomato. Garnished with Lemon, Onion and Cilantro.
Breads
All made vegan
Tandoori Roti | $5
Whole Wheat clay-oven baked round flat-bread. (with gluten)
Gluten-Free Bread | $6
Naan | $5
Unbleached clay-oven baked flat-bread topped with cilantro. Flavor choices: Plain, Garlic, Onion, or Coconut Butter. (with gluten)
Chapati | $3
Whole Wheat hand-made soft bread. (with gluten)
Desserts
Naturally sweetened, with no refined sugars
Tiramisu | $10
Our newest addition, already a fan favorite! Four-layer tiramisu cake: vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free…absolutely delicious and with an Indian twist, of course!
Raw Organic Cake | $8
Options: Vegan Cheese Cake, Mango, or Strawberry. No processed ingredients, naturally sweetened with no added sugar.
Chocolate Truffles | $6
Cacao and Coconut balls naturally sweetened with Dates, with a secret Indian twist! Raw Dish. Cacao keeps the heart healthy!
Coconut Macaroons | $6
Coconut and Almond balls naturally sweetened with Dates, with a secret Indian twist! Raw Dish.
Carrot Halva | $6
Grated Carrots, Soy Milk and blend of healthy natural sweeteners.
Lemon Bar | $8
Zesty, creamy dessert bar; naturally sweetened, with no added sugar. Raw Dish.
Drinks
Alcoholic & non-alcoholic options
*NEW* Immunity Drink (Hot) | $5
Powerful detoxifying, anti-inflammatory drink containing 8 different Ayurvedic spices plus lemon, fresh mint and a dash of honey.
Mango Lassi | $7
Indian vegan yogurt drink.
Hot Tea | $3
Masala Ginger Chai tea with choice of Almond or Soy Milk.
Young Coconut Water | $5
Bottled Water | $2
Indian Lager Beers
- Flying Horse (22 oz. bottle) | $10
- Taj Mahal (22 oz. bottle) | $10
- Maharaja (11 oz. bottle) | $7
Wine
- House Red (glass/bottle) | $7 / $25
- House White (glass/bottle) | $7 / $25
BYOB Ok. $3/person corkage fee
Chef Kirti’s Ayurvedic Spice Mixes
Available for purchase at the restaurant
Masala Tea Mix | $10
Indian spice mix to make Arya Bhavan’s Masala Ginger tea (makes about 35 cups)
Immunity Ayurvedic Mix | $10
Mix containing 8 Ayurvedic spices with strong detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Used to make Arya Bhavan’s Immunity Drink (hot). Comes with recipe to make the drink (makes 35-40 cups).
Indian All Spice Mix | $10
Sprinkle it on salads, fruit, vegetables, lentils, beans, hummus, vegan burgers, soups, and smoothies for added flavor! (5 oz. ca.)
Sambar Masala Mix | $10
Spice mix for Sambar soups (5 oz. ca.)
Chana Malasa Mix | $10
Spice mix for the Chana Masala dish (5 oz. ca.)
Pau Bhaji Mix | $10
Spice mix for Arya Bhavan’s Pau Bhaji dish (5 oz. ca.)
Dine In Hours
Mon & Wed-Fri: 5:00 - 9:00pm
TUE: CLOSED
Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 9:00pm
Please call ahead to reserve a table: 773.274.5800
NO BUFFET AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME
Delivery & Takeout Hours
Mon & Wed-Fri: 5:00 - 9:00pm
Tue: CLOSED
Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 9:00pm
DELIVERY AREA
North: Evanston & Skokie ($35 min. for Skokie)
West: Cicero Avenue ($20 min.)
South: Armitage Avenue ($20 min.)
East: Lake Michigan ($20 min.)
Established in 1998, Arya Bhavan is one of the top vegan and gluten-free restaurants in Chicago, also offering a growing selection of raw dishes.
Our menu has been designed for health-conscious Chicagoans who want to enjoy authentic Indian and fusion cuisine without having to sacrifice the desire (and need) for healthy vegan, gluten-free, and raw food.
Our dishes are made with healthy ingredients and feature a careful balance of necessary nutrients for mind/body wellness.
CONTACTS
2508 West Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60659
773.274.5800
aryabhavan@aol.com